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  • NZ: OCR on hold at 2.25% with inflation expected to fall

    From rbnz.govt.nz

    Annual consumers price inflation was slightly above the Monetary Policy Committee’s 1 to 3 percent target band at the end of 2025. Increases in food and electricity prices and local council rates were the biggest contributors to above-target inflation. The economy is at an early stage in its recovery. With ongoing strength in commodity prices, economic activity in the agricultural sector and regional New Zealand remains strong. Although residential and business investment is increasing, households remain cautious in their spending. The labour market is stabilising, but unemployment remains elevated. House price ... (full story)

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johan4292
Feb 17, 2026 8:26pm
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hawkish up
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Trader#E851
Feb 17, 2026 7:09pm
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complete manipulation. enjoyed watching in NZD pairs. goodnight ladies and gentlemen
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Trader#3822
Feb 17, 2026 7:48pm
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so up or down?
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